Expert advice, seasonal tips, and local insights for your farm, home, garden and pets. Proudly serving Galion, Ohio and surrounding communities.
Nutsedge is not a grass, not a broadleaf weed, and cannot be killed by the herbicides that handle everything else in your lawn — SEDGEHAMMER+ Turf Herbicide is the professional-grade selective solution that targets it at the source. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Soft and chewy treats beat hard biscuits for senior dogs, picky eaters, and training sessions where you need fast acceptance — and Meaty Treats Steaknite Delights Beef delivers rich steak flavor backed by real meat as the first ingredient. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Baby chicks can't regulate their own body temperature for the first several weeks of life, and a proper heat lamp setup is the difference between a thriving flock and a tragedy — the Satco 250-watt red heat lamp bulb provides consistent infrared warmth while red light reduces sleep disruption, and Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio carries it alongside the feeders and waterers you need to complete a safe, effective brooder.
Most bagged growing media holds too much moisture for plants like lavender, rosemary, succulents, and anything prone to root rot — but Pro-Mix HP Mycorrhizae is engineered with extra perlite and professional-grade components that drain fast, stay airy, and inoculate roots with beneficial fungi from the start. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio, the 3.8 cubic foot bag gives serious container gardeners, herb growers, and succulent enthusiasts the same high-porosity medium that professional greenhouse operations rely on.
Real whiskey barrel planters look great for a season or two, then crack, rot, and fall apart — but the Vigoro Cameron resin version gives you the same classic look with weather-resistant durability that holds up for years. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio, this 22-inch round planter is built from UV-protected resin that won't rot, split, or leach tannins into your soil, making it one of the most practical large planters for Ohio decks and patios.
If your dog is stiff in the morning, reluctant to use stairs, or slow to rise after lying down, their sleeping surface may be making it worse. An orthopedic dog bed with pressure-relieving foam can make a significant difference in daily comfort for senior dogs and large breeds. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most rabbit owners underestimate their feeder. A galvanized steel feeder with a sifter bottom and lid — like the Pet Lodge 5-inch model — keeps pellets clean, dry, and free of dusty fines that rabbits refuse to eat. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Milorganite 6-4-0 has been feeding American lawns for nearly a century — and its combination of slow-release nitrogen, natural iron, and zero burn risk makes it one of the safest and most forgiving fertilizers you can apply to an Ohio lawn in May. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Ruby-throated hummingbirds are arriving in Ohio right now, and the feeder that was ready first is the one they come back to all season. Here's everything you need to know about feeders, nectar, placement, and maintenance — with Perky-Pet feeders available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
When caterpillars, beetles, and leafminers start working through your Ohio vegetable garden in May, you need an insecticide that's effective enough to stop them and safe enough to use on food crops — and Bonide Captain Jack's Deadbug Brew, powered by spinosad, does exactly that. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most utility wagons fail the moment the work gets serious — but the FARM-TUFF Plastic Deck Wagon is designed from the ground up for Ohio farms, gardens, and homesteads where hauling heavy loads over rough terrain is a weekly reality. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio, it delivers 300 lb capacity, flat-free foam tires, and a rugged poly deck built to handle everything from bagged soil to lumber without the maintenance headaches of pneumatic-tired wagons.
For households with a confirmed chicken-preference cat, the Temptations Tasty Chicken Flavor Bundle puts a complete 20 lb dry food supply and a 16 oz treat container in a single deliberate purchase — everything a chicken-loyal cat household needs without the guesswork. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Algae blooms turn ponds green, slimy, and unusable within days — and most algae treatments fail because they never properly distribute through the water. Crystal Plex Liquid Algaecide stays dissolved in the water column for even, effective treatment against filamentous, chara, and planktonic algae. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Outdoor flies are more than a nuisance — they spread bacteria, contaminate food, and make patios and farm areas genuinely unpleasant. The Raid Disposable Fly Trap uses a water-activated, food-based lure and a custom entry funnel to catch flies by the hundreds with no pesticides and no cleanup. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Small animals waste an enormous amount of hay and food when it sits on the cage floor — they soil it, kick it around, and then refuse to eat it. The Kaytee Hay & Food Bin Feeder with Quick Locks attaches directly to wire cages and keeps hay and food elevated, clean, and accessible. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Ohio lawns have problem spots that regular grass simply can't survive: south-facing slopes, areas along driveways that bake in summer heat, and sections that dry out first and recover last. The Home Pro Turf Tall Fescue Blend (5 lb), available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio, is built specifically for those areas — giving you a drought-tolerant, deep-rooting tall fescue blend in the right quantity to fix problem zones without overbuying for a whole-lawn renovation.
Tomatoes, peppers, and perennials all share one need that most gardeners underestimate until it's too late: solid vertical support at the right height. BigTree Packaged Hardwood Stakes (4 ft) 6-Pack, available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio, gives you the right material, the right height, and enough quantity to support a full raised bed or vegetable row in a single purchase.
Ohio's summer heat, drought stress, and shade from mature trees thin out lawns built on the wrong grass — but tall fescue's deep root system and cool-season resilience make it the right fix for Ohio homeowners. Vigoro Tall Fescue Grass Seed (7 lb), available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio, gives you the drought tolerance, seed coating technology, and flexible coverage to get results whether you're seeding bare ground or overseeding a tired stand.
Deer, rabbits, and small animals return to the same gardens and yards season after season because most repellents fail to trigger a deep enough fear response to change their behavior. Shake-Away Coyote/Fox Urine Granules harness natural predator scent to activate the prey animal's instinct to avoid the area — and the 5 lb bulk size from Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio is built for larger properties and full-season protection.
If you've ever made pickles with a regular slicing cucumber and been disappointed by soft, mushy results, the problem wasn't your brine — it was your cucumber. The Livingston Seed Cucumber (Boston Pickling) is specifically bred for the pickle jar: firm flesh, thin skin that absorbs brine without falling apart, and a 3–6 inch fruit size that fits a wide-mouth mason jar perfectly. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Picky cats and flavor boredom are real problems — and Fromm Chicken au Frommage® solves both with a recipe that adds real Wisconsin cheese to high-quality chicken, creating a dry cat food with a flavor profile that stands entirely apart from standard poultry formulas. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most indoor cats drink far less water than they need — not out of stubbornness, but because their instincts evolved to distrust still, standing water. The Catit Pixi Water Fountain keeps water moving with a gentle continuous flow, filtered fresh and illuminated at night, so cats actually want to drink. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most new chick raisers grab whatever feeder is on the shelf, but using an oversized feeder in the brooder leads to stale feed, contamination, and waste from day one. The Durvet Poultry Feeder (1 lb) is sized specifically for the brooder stage — keeping chick starter fresh and giving you a clean, manageable setup from hatch to feathering. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Dan-O's Cheesoning Seasoning delivers rich, savory cheesy flavor without a single gram of dairy, calories, or sugar — and with very low sodium — thanks to a nutritional yeast base that works on everything from popcorn to grilled vegetables to eggs. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
If you've ever wondered what lawn care professionals actually apply to the lawns they maintain, LESCO Weed and Feed 18-0-9 is frequently the answer. It controls over 100 broadleaf weed species while delivering slow-release nitrogen for extended green-up — and it's available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Not every dog is a beef bone fan — and for the ones that lose interest or ignore beef bones entirely, a naturally smoked pork bone can reignite the chewing habit that keeps teeth clean and minds occupied. Nature's Own Smoked Pork Bone is a single-ingredient, naturally smoked option built for dogs that prefer the distinct flavor of pork. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Mulch fades, floats away, and needs replacing every year. New Plant Life Western Sunset decorative rock from Markman Peat delivers striking desert color that holds up season after season — available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Joint disease is one of the most common reasons dogs slow down — but getting a dog to take a joint supplement daily is where most owners struggle. Fromm Nutritionals Mobility Functional Dog Treats deliver glucosamine and chondroitin in a treat dogs actively enjoy, solving the compliance problem that makes traditional supplement pills so frustrating. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Cedar bedding works differently from paper or pine — it uses natural aromatic compounds to suppress odor at the source and discourage insects without synthetic additives. PetsPick Red Cedar Bedding in the 141-liter bulk size is a practical choice for outdoor hutch rabbits and other compatible species, available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Quikrete Concrete Mix is the most widely trusted pre-blended concrete in the country — and for good reason. This guide covers everything you need to set fence posts, pour footings, and tackle repairs correctly the first time, available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Bare spots and thin lawn patches are one of the most common lawn care problems Ohio homeowners face — and the fix is simpler than most people realize. Vigoro Patch and Repair Sun and Shade Grass Seed Mix combines grass seed, wood mulch, and starter fertilizer in a single bag so you don't have to buy three products and guess at the ratios. It's available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Small dogs face the same flea and tick threats as large breeds — often with more exposure per pound of body weight. The Adams Plus Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs (Small) uses a dual active-ingredient system to deliver up to 6 months of continuous, water-resistant protection, and it's available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Power chewers destroy most dog chews in minutes — leaving frustrated owners constantly restocking and worried about safety. Redbarn Dur-a-Bulls Bone Dog Chew is engineered specifically for large, aggressive chewers over 50 lbs, with extra-tough construction designed to withstand the kind of force that shreds ordinary chews. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Dust and aromatic oils from cedar and pine wood shavings are the leading cause of respiratory problems in hamsters, guinea pigs, and rabbits. Fresh News Recycled Small Animal Paper Bedding is virtually dust-free, made from 100% recycled paper, and far gentler on sensitive small animal airways — available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Dental disease is one of the most common health problems in dogs — and one of the most preventable. Checkups Dental Dog Treats use a veterinarian-recommended ridged formula to reduce plaque and tartar with a single daily treat, and the 48 oz value size makes it practical to build the habit without running out. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Cheap weed fabric degrades fast, lets weeds push through, and eventually becomes more work to remove than it saved. DeWitt Standard 15-Year Weed Control Fabric uses woven polypropylene construction rated for 15 years of performance — blocking light while staying permeable for water and air — available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most gardeners think about nitrogen first and phosphorus second — but potassium, the K in N-P-K, is just as essential and far more commonly overlooked. Espoma Potash 0-0-60 is a concentrated, pure potassium source that corrects low-K soils without altering your nitrogen or phosphorus balance. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Frozen water is the number one daily frustration for Ohio chicken keepers every winter. The Farm Innovators Heated Poultry Fountain keeps 3 gallons of fresh water ice-free down to 0°F using a thermostatically controlled 100-watt heater — available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Giant breed dogs — Great Danes, Mastiffs, Saint Bernards — aren't just big versions of regular dogs when it comes to parasite control. Underdosing is a real problem, and using a large-dog formula on an extra-large dog can leave your pet significantly under-protected. NEXTSTAR® Flea & Tick Topical for Dogs 89–132 lb is formulated specifically for the highest weight tier, available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Baltimore orioles arrive in Ohio in late April and early May, and the window to attract them to your yard is short. Get a nectar feeder up early, put it in the right spot, and these brilliant orange-and-black birds will find you within days. The Heath Tear Drop Oriole Feeder is built around what orioles actually need — 32 ounces of capacity, four feeding ports, and a full perch ring so birds can settle in comfortably. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
The nutritional demands of a growing foal or pregnant mare are unlike those of any mature horse at maintenance. Get the formula wrong and you risk Developmental Orthopedic Disease, poor bone density, or compromised milk quality. The Tribute Growth Pellet is engineered to get it right — low NSC, high fiber, and clinically designed trace mineral ratios. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most potting mixes promise a lot and deliver peat. Black Gold All Purpose Potting Mix is different — Canadian sphagnum peat moss, real earthworm castings, and a controlled-release fertilizer that feeds plants for up to six months. Here's what's actually in the bag, and why container gardeners keep coming back to it.
Eastern bluebirds are cavity nesters that can't excavate their own holes — they depend entirely on suitable boxes provided by people who know what they're doing. Put up the wrong house and you'll host house sparrows. Put up the right one in the right spot and you'll have bluebirds from April through August. The Panacea Rustic Farmhouse Bluebird House gets the specs right while adding genuine farmhouse character to any yard or fence line. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Shelled corn and cracked corn are fine. But wildlife feeders who've switched to ear corn will tell you there's no going back. Animals work the kernels off the cob themselves, which slows feeding, reduces waste, and provides a level of enrichment that a pile of shelled grain never can. Ear corn is the smarter choice for deer stations, squirrel feeders, and backyard poultry — and the 20 lb bag makes it easy to try.
Most potting soils are made from cheap filler — compressed peat, a dash of perlite, and not much else. Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend Potting Soil is built differently: aged bark, peat, compost, and perlite from premium Maine sources, with no synthetic fertilizers or additives. OMRI listed and designed for serious container growers who want organic results.
Treats are one of the best tools you have for bonding with a rabbit — but only if you choose them wisely. Most commercial rabbit treats are loaded with sugar, artificial colors, and ingredients that do more harm than good. Versele-Laga Complete Crunch Carrot Treats take a different approach: a crunchy shell with a soft carrot-flavored filling, no artificial colors or preservatives, and a formula designed for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
If you're going to grow just one vegetable in your Ohio garden this season, make it a bush green bean. The Valley Greene Bean (Burpee Stringless Green Pod) is a classic for a reason: no staking, no trellising, no tough strings to pull before cooking, and harvests that just keep coming once they start. It's one of the most productive and beginner-friendly vegetables you can put in the ground. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most bird feeders are purely functional — a tube of seed with a perch. The North States Village Collection Cottage-Style Bird Feeder is different. With its quaint cottage design, it works as a decorative garden focal point while holding 5 lbs of seed and drawing the same steady stream of backyard birds you'd expect from any quality feeder. If you're setting up a bird feeding station or refreshing your garden for spring, this is the feeder that earns compliments from guests before it earns visits from cardinals. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Ice melt and traction grit both end up on icy driveways, but they do completely different things — and using only one of them leaves you exposed. When temperatures drop below ice melt's effective range, or when you need immediate grip on an already-frozen surface, traction grit is the tool for the job. Mastercraft Traction Grit & Fill provides angular grip on ice without chemicals, without concrete damage, and without waiting for anything to melt. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
Most food plot mixes come with a catch: they need good soil, full sun, and a tractor. Antler King Game Changer Clover is built for the spots that don't have any of that — shaded logging roads, wooded field edges, and low-pH ground where standard seed just quits. It's a perennial blend of four clover varieties plus brassica that tolerates soil pH as low as 4.8 and establishes without tillage. One 2.5 lb bag covers a quarter acre and the plot lasts 3 to 4 years once it's in. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.
If your dog has been scratching, showing digestive upset, or just not thriving on a chicken or beef-based food, a novel protein like lamb could be the missing piece. Wholesomes Grain Free Lamb Meal & Potatoes is a USA-made, grain-free formula built around lamb as the primary protein — no corn, wheat, soy, chicken, or beef. It's available in a 35 lb bag at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio for $49.99.
If you've never seen a cat's reaction to Churu, you're in for a surprise. Inaba's creamy, lickable treats have become one of the most talked-about products in cat care — and the POP'N Serve cup format takes the experience a step further with a pop-open cup that's easier to serve, easier to control, and cleaner than squeeze tubes. This guide covers what makes Churu special, how to use it, and why it belongs in every cat owner's pantry.
Plain white salt blocks address sodium, but they leave a long list of trace minerals uncovered. The Trace Mineral Salt Block 50 lb fills that gap with a weather-resistant block that provides salt plus manganese, copper, zinc, iodine, cobalt, and more — supporting immune function, reproduction, and growth in cattle, horses, and large livestock year-round.
Blood meal provides fast nitrogen for leafy green growth. Bone meal delivers slow-release phosphorus for roots and blooms. Hi-Yield Bone & Blood Meal 6-7-0 combines both in a single 100% organic bag — giving garden beds, transplants, and containers exactly the N and P boost they need without the risk of burning or over-fertilizing.
Loose stools, gas, and occasional vomiting are common in dogs with sensitive stomachs — and the fix is often simpler than you think. Diamond CARE Sensitive Stomach Formula for Adult Dogs uses pumpkin, prebiotics, probiotics, and easily digestible proteins to calm digestive upset and firm things up. The 8 lb trial bag lets you test it before investing in the full 25 lb bag.
Horses need salt and trace minerals daily, but many owners overlook this simple nutritional gap. A flavored mineral salt block like Kalmbach Sweet-N-Salty Peppermint encourages consistent intake and supports hydration, muscle function, and overall health.
Galvanized steel cans keep feed, seed, and supplies safe from rodents, moisture, and weather. Here's why every barn, garage, and garden shed needs one.
Get your lawn ready for spring with our complete guide to fertilizing, seeding, and weed control — tailored for Ohio's climate.
Attract cardinals, blue jays, and woodpeckers to your Ohio backyard with the right feeders and seed.
Everything you need to know about starting a backyard flock in Ohio — from chick selection to coop setup.
A breakdown of the FoxFarm soil and nutrient lineup, with practical advice on which products work best for Ohio container and raised bed gardening.
A practical guide to reading dog food labels, understanding protein sources, and choosing the right formula based on your dog's age, size, and activity level.
A practical guide to raising goats in Ohio, covering regulations, breed selection, fencing, feeding, minerals, and the common mistakes new goat owners make.
A practical guide to choosing, calculating, and applying mulch for Ohio landscapes, including bulk vs. bag comparisons and common mistakes to avoid.
A step-by-step guide to raised bed gardening in Ohio, from building and filling your beds to planting schedules and soil mix recipes that work in our climate.
An overview of the Tribute Equine Nutrition feed line, with guidance on choosing the right formula based on your horse's age, activity level, and nutritional needs.
Not all ice melt is created equal. Bargain-bin products can be inconsistent, poorly formulated, or cut with filler that dilutes their effectiveness — and you find out the hard way when your driveway is still glazed over an hour after treatment. Lake Shore Professional Ice Melt (50 lb) is a commercial-grade formula designed for reliable performance on driveways, sidewalks, and parking areas. Available at Liberty Farm, Home & Garden in Galion, Ohio.